RN PCU/Stepdown — High Acuity Care, Flexible Shifts

Incredible Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Incredible Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a Registered Nurse for PCU / Stepdown to deliver specialized care for medium to high acuity patients. You’ll monitor vitals, manage IV drips, and implement complex treatment plans in collaboration with physicians, respiratory therapists, and case managers.

The role requires an ADN or higher and an active RN license, with 1 year of stepdown or equivalent experience; BLS and ACLS certs are required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (ADN) or above in nursing.
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license.
• 1 year experience in stepdown/progressive, neurology, cardiac, or another medium to high acuity setting preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
• Strong skills in hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac rhythm interpretation and other advanced nursing care practices.
• Proficient in electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for patients with medium to high acuity needs, closely monitoring vital signs, IV drips and other key indicators.
• Administer medications and implement complex treatment plans, ensuring that medical orders are carried out accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, case managers and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on the management of their acute or chronic conditions, including the proper use of equipment like BiPAP/CPAP/Home Oxygen and vital sign or blood sugar monitors.
• Maintain timely and accurate patient records, adhering to hospital and departmental policies and regulations.

Skills

Stepdown nursing

Cardiac monitoring

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

EMR proficiency

Education

ADN or higher in nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Incredible Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a Registered Nurse for PCU / Stepdown to deliver specialized care for medium to high acuity patients. You’ll monitor vitals, manage IV drips, and implement complex treatment plans in collaboration with physicians, respiratory therapists, and case managers.

The role requires an ADN or higher and an active RN license, with 1 year of stepdown or equivalent experience; BLS and ACLS certs are required.